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“He was taken to James Cook University Hospital for treatment, where he remains this morning.”

Reports on social media say a large police presence was visible in the area, while a road closure was put in place.

No arrests have yet been made.

Inquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible and any witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Mark Docherty at Middlesbrough Volume Crime Team on the non-emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org .